Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs in Kansas City, MO

For nearly a century, Duke has put people first with the goal of being an employer of choice and a good neighbor in each of our communities. Our Purpose is to Nourish Our World and an important way we strive to do so is to create a work environment that encourages each individual to find their passion and grow to their full potential. As a family-owned business we take a long-term view, providing stable employment in a team-based environment; training, feedback & development; and opportunities to advance in skills, responsibility and leadership.

The Senior Staffing Specialist will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in Operations to understand current and future talent needs. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to production managers, providing strategic guidance on talent acquisition and workforce planning initiatives. The Staffing Specialist will also be responsible for developing and implementing innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent and enhance the employer brand.

Some key responsibilities of the Staffing Specialist include:

• Support the requisition process to understand staffing needs; partner with operations using data to help identify staffing requirements based on business needs and talent trends. Understand turnover drivers and impact on hiring levels.
• Research availability of local workforce for each job family via an ongoing supply analysis
• Develop recruiting strategies aligned to workforce availability, identifying various talent acquisition approaches (direct hire, part-time, apprentice, temporary staffing, etc.)
• Identify and develop expanded and diverse candidate pipelines; proactively researching and evaluating new sourcing ideas, methods and/or available talent pools to meet business/staffing needs.
• Build awareness of Duke brand & Opportunities to deepen pipelines over time. Encourage candidate interest through strategic employer branding opportunities and by promoting the organization as an employer of choice. Partner with internal Marketing department and third-party resources as needed to develop and execute cost-effective advertising and branding programs, aligned with Duke's brand standards.
• Build engagement with key organizations and institutions to supply talent, maintaining positive relationships with external resources and partners such as recruiters, staffing agencies, colleges, high schools, and others.

Job Skills & Qualifications:

1. Strong Relationship Building Skills
2. Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
3. Participation in Public Meetings and Media Events
4. Experience in Creating Awareness of Company Brand
5. Experience with Hourly Workforce Dynamics
6. Knowledge of Recruitment Techniques and Employment Laws
7. Proficiency in HR Software and Effective Hiring Platforms
8. Strategic Mindset and Innovation in Talent Acquisition
9. Root Cause Analysis and Problem-Solving Skills
10. Knowledge of EEO, OFCCP Practices, and Lean Manufacturing Principles
11. Leadership and Mentoring Abilities
12. Commitment to Safety, Quality, and Customer Service
13. Prefer Bachelor's Degree or Relevant Experience
14. Onsite presence at the Sedalia Facility and Community

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Duke is an equal opportunity employer.